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KENNETH N. POUDRIER

KENNETH N. POUDRIER

San Francisco

Summary

Dynamic senior director with extensive experience at GAP Inc., driving enterprise operations strategy and financial oversight. Proven track record in achieving multimillion-dollar cost reductions through strategic negotiations and innovative technology integration. Adept at cross-functional leadership and talent development, enhancing organizational efficiency and risk mitigation initiatives.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR DIRECTOR, HEAD OF PROTECTION OPERATIONS

GAP INC.
San Francisco
01.2021 - Current
  • Led cross-disciplinary operations team across Communications, Finance, Capital Planning, Vendor Management, and Technology functions.
  • Managed oversight of 23 direct reports and over 100 vendor partners with a budget exceeding $170M.
  • Achieved multimillion-dollar cost reductions through strategic contract negotiations and technology-driven efficiencies.
  • Developed and presented long-range planning packages to C-suite, promoting AI and centralized operations frameworks.
  • Enhanced enterprise safety and risk ROI via proof-of-concept programs and geographic risk modeling initiatives.
  • Supported Old Navy’s RFID deployment as a critical partner to store operations, real estate, legal, and IT leaders.
  • Contributed as executive team member in Legal, Asset Protection & Government Affairs Operations Center of Excellence.

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, ASSET PROTECTION & HQ FACILITIES

GAP INC.
San Francisco
01.2010 - 01.2021
  • Directed a team of 9, managing operational budgets exceeding $120M and capital deployment.
  • Oversaw FP&A cycles, real estate modeling, and business case development for executive communication.
  • Spearheaded loss mitigation strategies and operational forecasting to enhance enterprise security initiatives.

MANAGER OF FINANCE, INTERNATIONAL SOURCING

GAP INC.
San Francisco
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Managed $100M+ operating and capital budget across all international sourcing locations.
  • Developed and launched Vendor Financing Program to improve sourcing cost efficiency.
  • Achieved significant cost reduction through nine-month on-site transformation initiative in Miami.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance & Information Systems, Economics

Fordham University
Bronx, NY

Skills

  • Enterprise operations strategy
  • Financial oversight and budget governance
  • Capital planning and ROI optimization
  • Risk management and regulatory compliance
  • Vendor and contract negotiation
  • AI and technology integration
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Process innovation and resource allocation
  • C-suite communications and board reporting
  • Talent development and organizational design

Professional Interests

  • Enterprise transformation
  • Leadership mentorship
  • Real estate development
  • Operational excellence
  • Integration of digital innovation in corporate risk and financial ecosystems

Certifications And Licensure

  • California Real Estate License, DRE# 02241447
  • CA Property & Casualty / Life & Health Insurance Exams

Timeline

SENIOR DIRECTOR, HEAD OF PROTECTION OPERATIONS

GAP INC.
01.2021 - Current

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, ASSET PROTECTION & HQ FACILITIES

GAP INC.
01.2010 - 01.2021

MANAGER OF FINANCE, INTERNATIONAL SOURCING

GAP INC.
01.2006 - 01.2010

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Finance & Information Systems, Economics

Fordham University

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